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Liberty Lutheran Services has been awarded a 2017 Top Workplaces honor by Philly.com, ranking top ten in the category for large employers.

The Top Workplaces award is based on a comprehensive survey that asked the employees of each participating organization—there were 182 organizations in all—to evaluate how well their organization:

Aligns with its mission and upholds a culture that promotes collaboration and espouses strong values and ethics

Operates effectively and remains open to new ideas and different points of view

Appreciates, communicates to, and inspires employees

Successfully manages and genuinely cares about employees

Doug Claffey, who leads WorkplaceDynamics, the research firm that administered the survey, explained that the survey measures the strengths of an organization’s culture through the people who know it best. “To be a Top Workplace, organizations must meet our strict standards for organizational health. And who better to ask about work life than the people who live the culture every day—the employees,” he says.

“Time and time again, our research has proven that what’s most important to them is a strong belief in where the organization is headed, how it’s going to get there, and the feeling that everyone is in it together. Without this sense of connection, an organization doesn’t have a shot at being named a Top Workplace,” added Claffey.

Employees from every member of the Liberty family of services participated in the Top Workplaces 2017 survey. Not only did they answer survey questions, but many chose to write in their own comments when asked to describe why they love their job. Here are some of their remarks:

I love my job because:

I am able to improve and grow in my position and my knowledge base.

My boss shows me how to learn and grow, and encourages me to better myself. I work with an amazing team and could not ask for better people to work with.

I get to make a difference in people’s lives.

I feel like I am appreciated and valued.

Friendly staff. Caring managers. I believe I make a difference here.

My colleagues are fabulous and we get to interact with the individuals that we serve.

I am supported by management and my team members to perform at my best ability. I am given the resources to practice with integrity that best meets my patients’ needs and gives me a sense of pride.

It is a positive work environment where we strive to grow the business but understand the importance of enjoying your job. We work as a team and support each other in good and bad times so we all achieve success.

I make a difference in the lives of the residents and have an amazing nursing staff that I get to be a part of.

I can make a difference in the life of seniors.

I feel that I am supported and valued for the work that I do. Upper management does care about their employees even when difficult decisions need to be made. Much thought and care goes into the decision-making process.

Wellness Works Coordinator John Fairchild and Liberty’s AVP of Human Resources David Brown at the PBJ Awards Ceremony.

Liberty Lutheran is one of the Healthiest Employers of Greater Philadelphia for the second year in a row, according to the Philadelphia Business Journal.

Liberty was recognized at an awards breakfast on June 4, 2015 for creating a culture of health in the workplace, while improving lives and cutting healthcare costs, along with several other Philadelphia-area employers of various sizes and industries. Liberty was among 13 organizations that received the honor in the 500-1499 employee category.

Liberty at Home Operations Manager, Bobbie Arias, is one of many staff members participating in the transformational challenge this year.

Liberty’s employee wellness program, Wellness Works, wants to make 2015 the year for transformation. Summer is less than two months away! Are you ready for shorts, flip flops, swimsuits, sunny skies and warm temps? There is still time for staff to sign up for Wellness Works’ “Transformational Challenge!”

This challenge was developed to keep employees consistently motivated through the entire year, with the goal of changing body composition through activity, exercise, nutrition, less stress and being well-rested. As Wellness Works Coach John Fairchild explains, the “transformational challenge” is not so much about weight loss, but rather promotes improvements in body mass index, also known as BMI.

Our friends and colleagues at Artman and The Becoming Centerhave opened up their hearts for a special cause this summer. Their efforts will aid in the healing processes for 50 children affected by disaster.

Liberty Wellness Coordinator John Fairchild and Wellness Coach Kelli McIntyre with the award at a June banquet.

Liberty Lutheran is proud to announce it has been honored by the Philadelphia Business Journal as one of the Healthiest Employers of Greater Philadelphia. Liberty was recognized at an awards breakfast on June 5, 2014 for creating a culture of health in the workplace, while improving lives and cutting healthcare costs, along with 54 other Philadelphia-area employers of various sizes and industries. Continue reading →

Todd Miller (center) the 2014 Biggest Loser Individual category winner, says the program was a great motivator to help him reach his goal of losing some extra pounds.

“Nothing will work unless you do.” ~Maya Angelou

That was the mission for 253 Liberty Lutheran employees, their friends and spouses, who signed up for the organization’s annual Biggest Loser weight-loss challenge. Weigh-ins started at the end of January. Over the course of eight-weeks, staff members could go solo in the competition or partner with a “bestie” (best friend/coworker/spouse) for extra motivation. Continue reading →

The National Association of Social Workers has established the month of March to honor social workers across the country. The 2014 theme, “All people matter,” seeks to help raise awareness about the American social work profession’s 116-year commitment to improving social conditions and quality of life opportunities for everyone.

Here at Liberty Lutheran, there are many ways social workers offer vital services to our residents, family members and clients. It is through their work that we see how these values are essential to improving relationships within families, contributing to the effectiveness of social systems and building stronger communities. Continue reading →

What happened to last year’s resolution? Are the pounds still there? Did you happen to inherit some more? If you find yourself in one of these situations, you are among the many others who vowed to do it right. Many new resolutions are the same as previous years. Success starts like a thoroughbred race horse out of the gate but peters out over the course of the long track. Start this year out on a positive note and follow these tips to help you stick to your resolution of losing weight.

Liberty Lutheran has always cared for the well-being of its employees with promotions like the Healthy Bonus program, challenges throughout the year such as the Biggest Loser competition, as well as healthy dining seminars. Liberty is now initiating a new way to promote healthy living amongst staff with Employee Health Fairs.